In Korea, dried pollock (bugeo) is traditionally known to have great health benefits. It is said to have the ability to help get rid of toxins in our body and also a good hangover remedy. If you ask any older Koreans who like to drink alcohol, they’ll say dried pollock soup (북어국 bugeo gook) helps them with their hangover.

We tried dried Pollock when we were at PyeongChang, one of the first few cities that made dried Pollock, in a simple restaurant name Hwangtae Deokjang. Their menu revolves around dishes that consist of dried Pollock, including soup and braised style. We had the set menu grilled dried Pollock that has sauce on the top with some Korean side dishes, as well as ala carte grilled pork belly.

Food here is pretty good and reasonable in price. If you are ever in PyeongChang, feel free to check this place out!

Hwangtae Deokjang